Our Perioperative Care Framework maps the patient’s journey from the time surgery is contemplated through to an optimal outcome.

The ANZCA Council governs the college with the support of the FPM Board and various committees. Its roles include reviewing and approving the annual strategic plan and budget, and developing and monitoring key performance indicators and other benchmarks.

The FPM QRC is an elected body that acts as a conduit between fellows and trainees in the Queensland region, and the FPM Board to which they report.

The ANZCA Executive Committee reviews and consolidates documentation and financial matters; makes recommendations to the ANZCA Council, and acts on behalf of the council where appropriate.

Anaesthesia is one of the greatest discoveries of modern medicine. In fact, many of today’s operations, especially for the very young, very old, or very ill would not be possible without it.

Information regarding the impacts to pain medicine training during the COVID-19 pandemic

Opioids are a class of medicines taken to help reduce pain. They work on the central nervous system to slow down nerve signals between the brain and the body.

The Global Development Committee supports both local and international anesthetists through scholarships to support training and improve global health knowledge and understanding.

The Final Examination Sub-committee reports to the Education Executive Management Committee (EEMC) and is responsible for overseeing, co-ordinating and conducting the final examinations.

There is a recognition pathway open to eligible practitioners across various specialties to apply for legacy transition to be a graduate of the Chapter of Perioperative Medicine - GChPOM